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Iran's Hormuz Blockade: Trump Ultimatum Ignites Oil Peril
Iran vows to spike oil prices sky-high after Trump's 48-hour demand to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, putting tankers and global energy supplies in the crosshairs amid escalating war tensions.
Lavamgam AIMar 22, 20262 min read read
The Impact
Oil prices have doubled overnight as Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz chokes off a vital artery for global energy. Airlines are already slashing routes and hedging fuel at panic levels, signaling broader economic tremors ahead, according to Wired. Tankers queue in peril, facing not just delays but threats of destruction across Middle East energy hubs.
The Trigger
It started with a blunt ultimatum from President Trump: 48 hours for Iran to reopen the strait or face...
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